A new report has found that people living with dementia in Australia are experiencing significant harm in residential aged care facilities, including violence, abuse and
Research shows practising yoga can help prevent and manage frailty in older adults, as it improves gait speed and lowers extremity strength comparable to exercise
A University of South Australia-led research has found that regular consumption of a Mediterranean or Asian diet reduces the risk of prostate cancer diagnosis in
Planned Services Australia launches Support Request and Support Leads to connect NDIS Participants, Support Coordinators, and LAC\’s with support providers, simplifying the way disability services
The inclusion of palliative care as a core requirement in aged care training is a crucial step towards delivering better care to vulnerable Australians and
As many as one in five seniors experience mental health issues not associated with ageing. This increased risk of depression and anxiety is why it’s
Eye health is a critical aspect of overall healthcare and well-being. Unfortunately, not all individuals have equal access to eye care services. Women and girls,
Korean company Wonderful Platform offers AI care and companion robots for the elderly, powered by OpenAI’s ChatGPT, to assist with daily tasks and social interaction.
Digital technologies are now embedded into almost all aspects of modern life and Primary Health Care (PHC) is no exception. As digital technologies become increasingly
Bempedoic acid completes a four-year clinical trial showing the potential to save hundreds of thousands of Australians with high cholesterol. A new pill that could
Preventing traumatic injuries to frontline workers is possible by reducing stigma, providing pre-exposure psychoeducation and debriefing, and implementing support systems and programs for recovery. As
The Australian government has recently released the My Aged Care Workforce Learning Strategy 2023, which outlines the minimum training requirements and capabilities required for the